Privacy Policy

Strange Earth Files (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates strangeearthfiles.com (the “Site”). This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have.

Information We Collect

Information you provide directly: If you subscribe to our newsletter, contact us, or submit a story, we collect the information you provide (such as your name and email address).

Information collected automatically: Like most websites, we automatically collect certain information when you visit, including your IP address, browser type, device information, pages viewed, and time spent on the Site. This is collected through cookies and similar technologies (see our Cookie Policy for details).

Analytics: We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our Site. Google Analytics collects information anonymously and reports website trends without identifying individual visitors. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking through your browser settings or by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Advertising: We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on our Site. Google and its partners may use cookies and similar technologies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this and other websites. You can learn more about how Google uses this data and opt out of personalized advertising at Google’s Ads Settings and How Google uses information from sites that use our services.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Operate, maintain, and improve the Site
  • Send newsletter content to subscribers who opt in
  • Respond to inquiries and story submissions
  • Analyze Site usage and traffic patterns
  • Display relevant advertising through Google AdSense

Third-Party Links and Services

Our Site contains affiliate links, including Amazon Associates links. When you click these links and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. We do not have access to your payment information — purchases are processed entirely by the third-party retailer (e.g., Amazon), subject to their own privacy policy.

Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf (such as email delivery for our newsletter, hosting, and analytics), and as required by law.

Your Choices

  • You can opt out of our newsletter at any time via the unsubscribe link in any email we send
  • You can control cookies through your browser settings (see our Cookie Policy)
  • If you are located in the EU/EEA or UK, you have additional rights under GDPR, including the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data. Contact us at [your contact email] to exercise these rights
  • If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights under the CCPA

Children’s Privacy

Strange Earth Files is not directed at children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at: signalcutsmedia@gmail.com